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Walker County Arts Alliance Receives Grant from Kiwanis Club of Jasper to Support Music Education in Local Schools

The Walker County Arts Alliance (WCAA) is proud to announce it has received a generous grant from the Kiwanis Club of Jasper to support its in-school music education programs. This funding will help purchase musical instruments, such as rhythm sticks, for use in elementary classrooms throughout Walker County. Led by music educator Becki Stallsmith, the […]

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Glory in the Empty Room

Words by Scott McCullar | Image by Al Blanton I can remember sitting on the floor watching the live television broadcast of Al Capone’s vault being opened on April 21, 1986. Geraldo Rivera hosted the event where thirty million people or so watched the unveiling of what could be inside the vault of one of

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Patrick Banks – Candidate for Jasper City Council District 4

Editor’s Note: As a courtesy to our readers and community, The Walker Leader is providing space for each qualified candidate in the upcoming Jasper municipal election to share information about themselves and their goals for office. These profiles are submitted directly by the candidates and are published as received, with only minor edits for clarity or length when

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Lad Miklovic – Candidate for  Jasper City Council District 2

Editor’s Note: As a courtesy to our readers and community, The Walker Leader is providing space for each qualified candidate in the upcoming Jasper municipal election to share information about themselves and their goals for office. These profiles are submitted directly by the candidates and are published as received, with only minor edits for clarity or length when

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Get Fit This Summer with Local Instructor-Led Fitness Opportunities

Words by Libby Allred | Images by Al Blanton, Ryan McGill, and Linley Allred There’s a growing fitness trend in Jasper: instructor-led workout opportunities.  From strength training and cycling to Pilates and tap dancing, local businesses are offering guided fitness experiences that cater to beginners and experts alike. If you’re looking for structure in your

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